JaTarvious Whitlow RB Western Illinois | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
JaTarvious Whitlow RB Western Illinois
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 03/25/2023 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2023 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.47 seconds (79%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Work-Horse Back | |
| Last Updated: 03/25/2023 | |
| Draft Year: 2023 | |
| 40 time: 4.47 seconds (79%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 60.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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68% |
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| Rushing: |
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65% |
| Break Tackles: |
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58% |
| Receiving/Hands: |
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39% |
| Pass Blocking: |
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51% |
| Run Blocking: |
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56% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#469
Position rank:
#34
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| College Games: 24 College Snaps: 753 | ||
247 RATING: 90/100
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Ovr Rank:
#527
College Combine Results
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RIVALS RATING: 5.4 (89%)
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Draft Profile: Bio
JaTarvious Whitlow from Lafayette High School was rated a Following high school, Whitlow joined Auburn.In 2018 as a freshman Whitlow saw action in 13 games for the Tigers as he ran for 784 yards on 150 attempts for an excellent 5.2 yards per carry, with 6 TDs, with 3 fumbles. As a receiver he made 15 receptions for 173 yards.
As a sophomore in 2019 he played 11 games. and rushed for 756 yards on 155 carries for 4.8 ypc, with 10 TDs, with 6 fumbles. In the passing game he pulled in just 6 receptions for 106 yards.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- He’s a natural pass catcher, at his best pulling in swing passes and heading upfield. He’s a natural in the screen game as well. His hands are good enough that Whitlow can line up in the slot.
- Whitlow has the straight-line speed to outrun angles, and his flexibility allows him to turn the corner on the perimeter and stay near top speed as he does; he’s especially effective on fly sweeps.
- Shows a surprising burst to beat linebackers to the edge. Can plant his foot in the ground and explode, showing better straight-line speed than expected.
- An excellent blocker on the outside, he also adds value in the running game.
- Whitlow aggressively finishes runs and consistently falls forward in a crowd. His low pad level and a bit of wiggle keep him from absorbing big hits.
- His passing game skills are strong. He’s a natural hands catcher who turns upfield quickly in the screen game, and he shows a great feel for setting up wheel routes.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Whitlow might have some limitations as a pass protector, and Whitlow might have a tough time being anything more than a cut blocker in the backfield
- Offers little in pass protection and poor technique cut blocking, fails to do more than slow down blitzers by laying down in front of them.
- Whitlow really isn’t a guy who will create a lot of separation.
How other scouting services rate JaTarvious Whitlow (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
497.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
36.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.